EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST - OCALA, FL

Alpharus Health; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpharus Health in Ocala, FL seeks an Employment Specialist to evaluate client employability, develop training materials, and help place clients with employers. You will work under the FL Dept of Corrections to gather skill data, design job readiness programs, and build partnerships with community resources.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The role is on-site at correctional facilities, focusing on practical job placement and client

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and implement assessment tools and training resources to gauge client employability.
• Create training materials and course objectives for job readiness training.
• Establish relationships with employers and community agencies to aid job placement.
• Stay current on occupational outlook and regulations affecting positions and resources.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Alpharus Health

Location:

Marion and Lowell

Marion Correctional Institution and Work Camp 3269 NW 105th St. Ocala, FL 34475

Lowell Correctional Institution and Annex 11120 NW Gainesville Rd. Ocala, FL 34482-1479

The Employment Specialist is responsible for:

• Evaluating, selecting and implementing assessment tools and training resources to gather information regarding the skill levels, occupational interests, and employability of clients under the supervision of the FL Dept of Corrections.
• Creating training materials and course objectives to provide job readiness training and assisting clients in accomplishing employment goals.
• Establishing working relationships with employers, community agencies and other potential job sources to assist with job placement.
• Maintaining current knowledge of occupational outlook for jobs and regularly updating responsibilities and qualifications of positions through exploration of available occupational resources and manuals. Developing and utilizing knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations, and community services and resources.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED
• 2 years relevant experience